13-year-old boy arrested for raping his younger sister in Limpopo


Another teenager in Limpopo has been arrested for allegedly raping his younger sibling. Police say a 13-year-old boy allegedly raped a five-year-old child at their home at Mundzedzi Village outside Louis Trichardt.

Police Spokesperson Malesela Ledwaba says the incident allegedly happened inside the house.

At Makumeke village outside Malamulele, a 14-year-old boy has also been arrested for allegedly raping a six-year-old child.

Police say the suspects have been placed under the care of their parents, and their cases will be handled in accordance with the Child Justice Act, where a probation officer will be appointed to handle the matter.